U21 UPDATE
Time for an update of the austrian U21.
The games
Since the last promising update (we've won our two first matches), we have played another 4 games. Unfortunately we couldn't suprise any of the 'high-ranked' teams.
England (lost 67-97) was just to good on every aspect, Slovensko was a weird game (lost 57-82) where we made a total of 25 pts in the first 3 Q's, and 32 in the 4th. A regular win against Rep. Dominicana (84-75) was followed by a dissapointing performance against the Greeks (81-92). I had hoped for more with an higher effort, but they could match our 'strong' outside scoring with an 'proficient' defense.
These results leaves us ranked 54th, with 3 games left to reach the top 32. We have to win at least 2 out of these 3 matces, but that seems like an 'mission impossible'. Macau we should win, but the Ukraine and Russia games are a challenge.
The roster
In short: at the guards/SF position we have great players, but sadly top-players Zuziak, Neuhold and Rosenstatter are out of form all season. Inside we lack a lot of skills, with only Kara and Dizdarevic as options.
On the bright side, a lot of our current roster is 20-yr or younger and will grow for next season.
Set the line-up
Every week i analyse the next opponent and set the best lineup (in my opinion).
I take into consideration :
- the skills / tactics of the opponent (for example the games played and the salary);
- Skills (tsp and specific on the primary skills) of our own players
- Form (>5 will never play!)
My lineup can always be questioned, different coaches have different opinions. At least it shows that you're interested in the U21!
If you have any question, post it on this forum, or you are allways free to BB-Mail me.